What People Say
Designing Visionary Architecture Within Budget
“It is not often that a project can be built and stay on time and on budget…this is the great testament to the oversight that we got from the architect Fani Hansen. And Fani, I want to thank you on behalf of all the city councils and all the citizens of Pittsburg for all the money you had saved us. This building is a great testament to Pittsburg's past, to the historical background that makes Pittsburg what it is today. Thank you very much.”
Robert Lewis, former Mayor, Pittsburg, CA
“Enclosed is the city's PG&E rebate for energy efficiency envelope improvements (glazing) and mechanical systems…As a ballpark estimate over 20 years…the annual savings add up to $259,007. The new Pittsburg Civic Center is a very distinctively attractive building project…Thank you for participation in PG&E's new construction program.”
R.D. Caughron, Pacific Gas & Electric Company Letter to the City of Pittsburg
“The new Civic Center opened to rounds of applause from our VIP's and citizens at our Grand Opening Celebration on February 5, 2000. The public was very impressed with the design of the building and your efforts to incorporate the history and diversity of our community. The use of public art in the lobby and entry plaza drew lots of praise from our first time visitors.
Our staff is really enjoying their new work environments. The open feeling you featured in the design has encouraged interaction between our departments and has made the public feel welcome in their new government center. The ability to have all of our departments, including our Police Department, in one single location will improve our efficiency tremendously. The Police Department is really enjoying their new quarters, the state of the art holding cells and the expanded square footage.”
Jeffrey C. Kolin, City Manager Pittsburg
“San Francisco State University has been brilliantly served…by the outstanding efforts of Ms. Fani Hansen. Her extensive understanding about educational institutions combined with her in depth architectural knowledge makes her rare indeed. A specific example of her exceptional work is the analysis she conducted of this University's complex building system which she contrasted with the detailed facility needs of the academic program and operational units.
This intricate analysis resulted in the ability to shift from the outdated 'build new' approach to resolution of facility problems to a carefully designed 'remodel existing approach that meets academic needs while saving millions of State dollars at the same time. Her presentations about this type of analysis was received with enthusiasm at the Statewide Executive Dean's meeting.”
Dr. Konnilyn G. Feig, Vice President, San Francisco State University
“The completed project (Pittsburg Civic Center) looks spectacular! Having worked on this project it is extremely gratifying to see the completion of such a beautiful landmark. I feel honored to have been chosen to be part of the team that you assembled to complete such a beautiful structure”
Michael Kistner, Patcraft Commercial Carpet.